The rapper Common was invited to 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. by first lady Michelle Obama to perform at a celebration honoring American poetry last Wednesday, but some critics, like Hirsch, weren't on board with it because of the artist's lyrics.

Hirsch, a conservative, said last week that the lyrics contain violence, and in anticipation of National Police Week (currently ongoing), the artist shouldn't be recognized.

"I can't believe they're so insensitive. The White House is out of touch," he added.